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# Avionics Build Specialist

- **Company:** Space Exploration Technologies Corp.
- **Location:** Starbase, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), LabVIEW, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, SQL Databases, Technical Data Management Systems
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/avionics-build-specialist-starship-spacex-10593754

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or 1+ years of professional electronics experience troubleshooting test systems and/or avionics or electronics hardware
 * 1+ years of manufacturing experience using electronics equipment and basic mechanical and/or electronics hand tools

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

 * Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills
 * Excellent attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy
 * Basic understanding of pressure, temperature and dynamic sensors, and their applications
 * Experience working with torque tools, fittings, and pressure regulators
 * Ability to design and document test systems and wiring diagrams
 * Ability to design basic mechanical enclosures using Protocase Designer, UG/NX, or equivalent applications
 * Ability to set up and run functional and environmental tests, and to identify failures and report results
 * Knowledge of DAQ systems along with the various sensors and measurement tools associated
 * Experience in harness design and construction with ability to build and repair and knowledge of procedures, tools, connectors, wire/cable, and parts used
 * Experience developing software tools and/or programs using Python, SQL, C++, LabVIEW, and/or other languages

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

 * Must be willing to work night shift hours, overtime, and weekends as needed
 * Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. unassisted
 * Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
 * Able to travel for business trips, up to 5%, to different launch or production sites
 * Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

 * To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

## Description

* Read, interpret, and work from assembly and operating procedures, schematic diagrams, bills of materials, mechanical drawings, and alternate parts lists to fabricate and assemble high-quality wire harnesses
 * Respond to production-related non-conformances (deviation and non-deviation), drive root cause analysis, and disposition according to manufacturing policies while ensuring design integrity, product quality, and delivery timelines
 * Update designs and processes when necessary, in response to manufacturing issues, parts obsolescence, system requirement changes, and technician feedback
 * Review drawings and technical data packages for manufacturability and provide constructive feedback to design engineering teams
 * Establish safety protocols and testing procedures, including hands-on work to operate and troubleshoot electrical systems
 * Identify and drive lean projects to improve the manufacturing process to eliminate waste, reduce costs, improve yields, and optimize product flow through the factory
 * Design and fabricate custom fixtures and tooling to support production
 * Read, interpret, and work from assembly and operating procedures, schematic diagrams, bills of materials, mechanical drawings, and alternate parts lists
 * Resolve production blockers, and ensure product quality and delivery timelines
 * Respond to production related non-conformances (deviation and non-deviation); drive to root cause, and disposition according to manufacturing policies
 * Drive efforts to uncover and document root-cause of electrical failures